HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8448.59 – Machines; parts and accessories of machines or auxiliary machinery of heading no. 8447, other than sinkers, needles and other articles used in forming stitches
HS code 8448.59 is the 6-digit subheading for machines, parts and accessories of machines or auxiliary machinery of heading no. 8447, other than sinkers, needles and other articles used in forming stitches. It is used for jacquard mechanisms, yarn feeders, pattern wheels, take-up rollers and tension devices.
What HS 8448.59 covers
This code encompasses a wide array of specialized parts and accessories crucial for the operation and maintenance of textile machinery, specifically those used in knitting, stitch-bonding, and similar processes (covered under HS 8447). In international trade, these components are vital for textile manufacturers globally, enabling them to repair, upgrade, or customize their production lines. Major importers are countries with significant textile industries, such as China, India, Vietnam, and Bangladesh, which rely on advanced machinery to produce garments and fabrics for global markets. Exporters typically include technologically advanced nations like Germany, Japan, Italy, and Switzerland, home to leading textile machinery manufacturers. Key things to know include the importance of precision engineering for these parts, as they directly impact the quality and efficiency of textile production. The trade in these items reflects the health and technological advancement of the global textile manufacturing sector, with demand often driven by innovation in fabric production and automation.
- Covers
- Jacquard mechanisms
- Yarn feeders
- Pattern wheels
- Take-up rollers
- Tension devices
- Cutting blades for textile machines
- Guide bars
- Presser feet for knitting machines
- Examples
- Groz-Beckert knitting machine parts
- Santoni seamless machine components
- Stoll flat knitting machine accessories
- Shima Seiki spare parts
Codes often confused with 8448.59
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 844851 (sinkers, needles, and other articles used in forming stitches) because both relate to parts for textile machinery, but 844859 specifically excludes those stitch-forming elements. It might also be confused with general machinery parts under 847990 if not clearly identified as specific to textile machines of heading 8447.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 844859, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 844859 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 38% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 13% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $191M 38% of world exports
- 2 Germany $91M 18% of world exports
- 3 Japan $37M 7.4% of world exports
World total: $506M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $57M 13% of world imports
- 2 Germany $41M 9.5% of world imports
- 3 India $40M 9.2% of world imports
World total: $432M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for 8448.59 7
Brazil splits HS 8448.59 into 7 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 8448.59.10 Parts of circular knitting machinesDe teares circulares para malhas
- 8448.59.2 Of flat knitting machinesDe teares retilíneos Group
- 8448.59.21 Parts of hand flat knitting machinesManuais
- 8448.59.22 Parts of warp knitting machinesPara fabricação de malhas de urdidura
- 8448.59.29 Parts of other flat knitting machinesOutras
- 8448.59.30 Parts of netting or automatic embroidery machinesDe máquinas para fabricação de redes, tules ou filós, ou automáticas para bordar
- 8448.59.40 Parts of other lace, braid or tufting machinesDe máquinas do item 8447.90.90
- 8448.59.90 Other knitting machine parts and accessoriesOutras
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.48 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8448.59
What is HS code 844859?
HS code 844859 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Machines; parts and accessories of machines or auxiliary machinery of heading no. 8447, other than sinkers, needles and other articles used in forming stitches. This code encompasses a wide array of specialized parts and accessories crucial for the operation and maintenance of textile machinery, specifically those used in knitting, stitch-bonding, and similar processes (covered under HS 8447). In international trade, these components are vital for textile manufacturers globally, enabling them to repair, upgrade, or customize their production lines. Major importers are countries with significant textile industries, such as China, India, Vietnam, and Bangladesh, which rely on advanced machinery to produce garments and fabrics for global markets. Exporters typically include technologically advanced nations like Germany, Japan, Italy, and Switzerland, home to leading textile machinery manufacturers. Key things to know include the importance of precision engineering for these parts, as they directly impact the quality and efficiency of textile production. The trade in these items reflects the health and technological advancement of the global textile manufacturing sector, with demand often driven by innovation in fabric production and automation.
What products fall under HS code 844859?
Jacquard mechanisms, yarn feeders, pattern wheels, take-up rollers, tension devices, cutting blades for textile machines, guide bars, presser feet for knitting machines
What are common misclassifications for HS code 844859?
This code can be confused with 844851 (sinkers, needles, and other articles used in forming stitches) because both relate to parts for textile machinery, but 844859 specifically excludes those stitch-forming elements. It might also be confused with general machinery parts under 847990 if not clearly identified as specific to textile machines of heading 8447.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 844859?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 844859 in UN Comtrade data were China ($191M, 38% of world exports), Germany ($91M) and Japan ($37M). World exports came to about $506M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 844859?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 844859 in UN Comtrade data were China ($57M, 13% of world imports), Germany ($41M) and India ($40M). World imports came to about $432M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 844859 structured?
HS code 844859 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (48) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (59) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 844859?
Brazil splits HS code 844859 into 7 NCM codes: 8448.59.10 (Parts of circular knitting machines), 8448.59.21 (Parts of hand flat knitting machines), 8448.59.22 (Parts of warp knitting machines), 8448.59.29 (Parts of other flat knitting machines), 8448.59.30 (Parts of netting or automatic embroidery machines), 8448.59.40 (Parts of other lace, braid or tufting machines), 8448.59.90 (Other knitting machine parts and accessories). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.